Largest solar farm on Superfund site goes online
The nation's largest solar farm built on a federal Superfund site is now generating power in Indianapolis on property once tainted by a long-closed plant's wood-treating operations.
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Monroe County endorses solar farm project
Solar Zentrum would lease county-owned land for 20 years for a solar farm that would have 4,000 to 5,000 solar photovoltaic panels.
Hamilton County considering solar energy for public buildings
Hamilton County might soon join the growing ranks of large utility users looking to hedge against rising prices by producing some of their own power.
Industry group says Indiana added 960 solar jobs
Tuesday's annual report by The Solar Foundation said Indiana saw a 178-percent increase in solar-industry jobs from 2012 to 2013.
Duke Energy Indiana seeks solar power proposals
Duke Energy Indiana is taking proposals for solar power projects called for under a settlement the utility reached last year with consumer groups.
Dominion puts area solar-power projects into service
Dominion Resources Inc. said Monday that the three projects near Indianapolis are capable of providing enough electricity for up to 7,200 homes. Dominion acquired the projects in July from Sunrise Energy Ventures.
Central Indiana city moves closer to solar park approval
The proposed 4,000-solar panel solar park would cover eight acres in Frankton, about 35 miles northeast of Indianapolis and be surrounded by a fence.
Solar farm completed at Indianapolis airport
The project's private developers are leasing the land from the airport and selling the electricity generated from the 44,000 panels to Indianapolis Power & Light Co.
Central Indiana city yanks support from solar-panel maker
Columbus is shutting off some of its financial assistance to a solar panel manufacturer because the company hasn't hired enough workers.
Dominion buys solar power projects near Indianapolis
The seller, Minnesota-based Sunrise Energy Ventures, put a price tag of more than $50 million on the projects earlier this year when it sought zoning approvals and government funds to help develop them.
Developer plans solar farms on 286 acres in southern Marion County
A Minnesota firm with a 15-year contract with IPL wants to install solar panels and power stations on two different sites as part of a $50 million-plus project.
IPL boosts renewables portfolio with more solar
Farm planned for northeast of Indianapolis Motor Speedway will add to sun/wind capabilities.
Airport could land second solar-energy farm
The Indianapolis Airport Authority is in talks that could lead to a second solar farm at Indianapolis International Airport. Discussions are taking place even as the initial solar farm has yet to get off the ground.
Lawmakers question Abound loan, citing quality issues
House Republicans want more information about a $400 million loan guarantee from the U.S. Energy Department to Abound Solar Inc., citing reports that significant “technological difficulties” with the company’s solar panels were known before the aid was approved.
IPL agrees to buy solar power from Sunrise Energy Ventures
The Minnesota-based firm plans to generate the power at three, 10-megawatt sites in IPL’s service territory.
Abound failure raises questions anew about Obama policies
The failure of a second solar manufacturer that received loan guarantees from the U.S. Energy Department adds to pressure on President Barack Obama to justify incentives for the clean-energy industry that’s being undercut by Chinese competition.
Abound Solar set to close doors, file for bankruptcy
Abound Solar Inc., a Colorado-based solar manufacturer that once hoped to hire 1,200 people in Indiana by the end of 2013, will close its doors and file for bankruptcy.
Companies seek solar-panel lease contracts from city
The City-County Council is set to hear a proposal by two companies to lease space on city-owned rooftops and sell electricity generated by solar panels installed in those spots.
Abound Solar chief declines to testify before House panel
The CEO of a company that once said it planned to create up to 1,200 jobs north of Indianapolis has declined to testify before a U.S. House panel investigating the federal clean-energy program.
Indianapolis expects savings from sweeping energy project
The city is guaranteed $7.5 million in savings over 15 years from a $18 million upgrade of city facilities, and the savings are expected to accumulate further.